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Originally Posted by mimimomo  CKC is not a reputable canine registry. All you need is pics & a witness to say it's this breed & that.
Why do you want to 'stud' out your pup? Do you know his line/pedigree? Is he tested? Is he a good representative of the breed? Does he have Champions in his line (I doubt it, bc CKC isn't allowed to show)?
I think before asking questions like this, you should read up on breeding & the commitment it takes to be a responsible reputable breeder. I think it's great that you want to rescue. |
CKC is one of the "alternative" registries that was formed when the AKC toughened their rules and started to require DNA testing, etc. As Jenny pointed out, the CKC doesn't hold any shows so there is no way to judge if a CKC Yorkie is close to the breed standard. A responsible breeder always starts with two parents who are as close to the breed standard as possible.
Intact males who are used as studs can be very difficult to live with. They mark and will be so obsessed with a female in heat that they can even stop eating. Neutered males make wonderful pets. Just make sure you have Ares neutered as soon as possible, before he ever starts marking as the behavior can be hard to break once he starts.
Adopting a rescue is a great way to get a wonderful pet. There are so many Yorkies and Maltese in need of forever homes through no fault of their own. Please adopt one (or more
) instead of bringing more Yorkies into the world. The market is already saturated with pet quality Yorkies looking for homes.